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I have lost my hearing in one ear?

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Dr. Suzanne Fiala answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get a hearing test: If this happened acutely it is likely you have fluid in your middle ear that is interfering with your hearing. Less likely, it could be a true one-sided hearing loss due to a neurologic problem. Get an audiology exam - many hospitals do these for free. If it is abnormal, follow up with an "ent" specialist - an otolaryngologist.

Dr Suh agreed

Answered 11/26/2017

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

Specializes in Hospital-based practice

See ENT: Loss of hearing in one ear should be looked into for possible causes.

Answered 12/9/2013

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